Questions and Answers
How far away from a motorcycle should you stay?
3 or 4 seconds
In dry conditions, do motorcyclists stop slower or faster than other motor vehicles?
faster
When traffic signals are displayed horizontally, what is the order of the colors from left to right?
red, yellow, green
When traffic signals are displayed vertically, what is the order of the colors from north to south?
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Can you turn right at a red light?
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When can you turn left at a red light?
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What do you do when there is a flashing red light?
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What do you do when there is a flashing yellow light?
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What do you do when a traffic light is non-functioning?
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What do you do when there is a steady yellow 'X' over a traffic lane?
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What do you do when there is a steady red 'X' over a traffic lane?
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What is the maximum speed limit for traveling through a school zone?
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What is the consequence for speeding in a school zone?
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What are regulatory signs?
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What do regulatory signs look like?
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At a 4-way stop, who has the right-of-way first?
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What do warning signs do?
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What do warning signs look like?
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On the interstate, how do you know if it's an east-west route?
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On the interstate, how do you know if it's a north-south route?
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On a multi-lane highway, what does a single broken white line mean?
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If under 21, what is the max blood alcohol level?
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If 21 or over, what is the max blood alcohol level?
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What is a safe following distance?
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When you come to an intersection, what should you do?
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What is the maximum speed limit in PA?
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When should you use your low beams?
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What do you do if a driver coming at you has his/her high beams on?
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What do you do if you find your vehicle hydroplaning?
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When there is snow/ice, what should you do?
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When driving in fog and snow, should you use low beams or high beams?
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When should you put on your turn signal?
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When entering a roundabout/circular intersection, who has the right of way?
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Study Notes
Motorcycle Safety
- Maintain a distance of 3 to 4 seconds from motorcycles for safety.
- Motorcyclists can stop faster than other vehicles in dry conditions.
Traffic Signals
- Horizontal traffic signals display colors in the order: red, yellow, green (left to right).
- Vertical traffic signals show the same order from north to south.
- Right turns at red lights are allowed unless marked otherwise with a "no turn on red" sign.
- Left turns at red lights are permitted only from a one-way street to another one-way street.
Flashing Lights and Non-Functioning Signals
- A flashing red light should be treated like a stop sign: stop until the intersection is clear.
- A flashing yellow light indicates to slow down and proceed with caution.
- Non-functioning traffic lights should be treated as a 4-way stop.
Lane Control Signals
- A steady yellow 'X' signals to prepare for lane change.
- A steady red 'X' indicates that a lane is closed; do not enter.
Speed Limits
- Maximum speed limit in school zones is 15 MPH; violations result in 3 points and a fine.
- General maximum speed limit in Pennsylvania is 70 MPH.
Regulatory and Warning Signs
- Regulatory signs provide mandatory directions as per Pennsylvania Law (e.g., speed limits).
- Regulatory signs are typically black and white, vertical rectangles or squares.
- Warning signs alert drivers to conditions on or near the road, usually diamond-shaped with yellow backgrounds.
Right-of-Way Rules
- At a 4-way stop, the first vehicle to arrive has the right-of-way; if simultaneous, the driver on the right goes first.
- Pedestrians have the right-of-way when entering roundabouts.
Interstate Highways
- East-west routes on interstates have even-numbered route numbers.
- North-south routes have odd-numbered route numbers.
Driving Behavior and Safety
- A safe following distance is 4 seconds under normal conditions; increase to 5-6 seconds in snow/ice.
- Blood alcohol concentration limits are 0.02% for drivers under 21 and 0.08% for 21 and over.
- Use low beams when within 500 feet of another vehicle or when following closer than 300 feet.
- If another driver has high beams on, flash your high beams; if that fails, look to the right side of the road.
Handling Adverse Conditions
- If hydroplaning, keep hands steady on the wheel, release gas gently, turn slowly, and brake carefully if necessary.
- In snowy or icy conditions, increase following distance, reduce speed by 5-10 MPH, and avoid cruise control.
- Use low beams in fog and snow for better visibility.
Turn Signals
- Turn signals should be activated 3-4 seconds before making a turn.
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